Michael Mauboussin

Discover the new oil of the modern world - microchip technology. In "Chip War," economic historian Chris Miller explores the battle for control over this critical resource between the United States and China. With virtually everything running on chips, from missiles to microwaves, the stakes are high for military, economic, and geopolitical power. China's chip-building ambitions and military modernization threaten America's global dominance and economic prosperity. Miller explains how the semiconductor became so vital to modern life and how America became #1 in chip design and manufacturing. But with key components slipping out of America's grasp, the world faces not only a chip shortage but a new Cold War. Discover the fascinating story of the battle for chips and how it impacts our current state of technology, politics, and economics.

Learn the art of quitting for greater success with tools and strategies from the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets. Drawing on real-life stories from successful athletes, CEOs, and entertainers, Quit teaches you how to make tough decisions and when to fold em, saving you time, energy, and money. Discover the forces that work against good quitting behavior and learn how to think in expected value to make better decisions. Whether you're facing a business or a personal decision, mastering the skill of quitting will help you make your best next move.

"Perfectly Confident" offers insights into the importance of being confident, while warning of the potential risks of overconfidence. Don Moore, a veteran psychology expert, explains how confidence can help us overcome adversity, but also how an unrealistic sense of self can lead to trouble. Drawing on recent psychological and economic research, the book provides a practical guide for achieving a balanced and well-calibrated level of confidence in all areas of life.

"Competition Demystified" by Bruce C. Greenwald presents a groundbreaking new theory for understanding competition in any market. Instead of Michael Porter's complex five-force model, Greenwald simplifies the analysis to focus on one essential factor: barriers to entry. Using game theory and examples from various industries, Greenwald shows how companies can erect strong barriers to entry and achieve stability through bargaining and cooperation. This indispensable guide is perfect for executives and planners seeking to exploit competitive advantage and achieve exceptional profits.

Understanding Michael Porter is a must-read book for any business manager looking to achieve and sustain competitive success. This concise and accessible summary of Porter’s revolutionary thinking dispels common misconceptions about his concepts, such as the belief that competition is about being unique rather than being the best. Written with Porter’s full cooperation by Joan Magretta, his former editor at Harvard Business Review, this book provides fresh, clear examples to update Porter’s ideas and includes an original Q&A with Porter himself to answer managers’ frequently asked questions. With its eminently readable style, it will enable every manager to grasp Porter’s ideas and deploy them swiftly to drive their company’s success.

Discover the groundbreaking story of the Cornell men's lacrosse team's rise to dominance in We Showed Baltimore. Christian Swezey details how a brash coach and a team of unique players unseated lacrosse's establishment from 1976 to 1978, winning two national championships and posting an overall record of 42-1. Swezey delves into the strategy and psychology of coach Richie Moran and the players who helped revolutionize the game of lacrosse, revealing how Cornell's success fueled radical changes in the once-minor sport. With interviews from former coaches and players, We Showed Baltimore provides a vivid picture of lacrosse in the 1970s and its impact on the game we know today.

This highly anticipated scientific biography delves into the life and work of the controversial biologist and naturalist E.O. Wilson. From his ground-breaking research on social insects to his views on the importance of biodiversity, Wilson's work has made a lasting impact on the scientific community. Written by acclaimed author Richard Rhodes, this authorized biography draws on extensive research and unprecedented access to Wilson's papers and associates. A must-read for anyone interested in the life of one of the most eminent American scientists of our time.

Learn how to identify earnings-related reporting indiscretions with Creative Cash Flow Reporting and Analysis. This book tackles the issue of misleading financial reporting and demonstrates how to adjust the cash flow statement for more effective analysis. Discover how to use adjusted operating cash flow to uncover earnings that have been misreported using aggressive or fraudulent accounting practices. Written by Charles W. Mulford, PhD, CPA and Eugene E. Comiskey, PhD, CPA, CMA, coauthors of the bestselling book The Financial Numbers Game: Identifying Creative Accounting Practices.

Learn from the greatest minds in finance as they discuss the ideal portfolio of investment assets. In Pursuit of the Perfect Portfolio profiles and interviews ten of the most prominent figures in finance, including Nobel Laureates and pioneers of investment management. They offer invaluable insights on topics such as diversification, passive versus active investment, and irrational investing. This compendium of financial wisdom is a must-read for both novice and professional investors alike.

"Red-Blooded Risk" is an innovative guide that offers specific strategies for calculated risk-takers in finance and other fields. Written by one of the most successful risk takers in the finance world, this book reveals the secret of Wall Street quants who created a new way of managing risk to maximize success. With actionable advice, this book shows how managing true risk, including the chance of loss, is the key to success in any risky activity. This engaging and intellectually rigorous narrative offers a secret history of Wall Street and addresses essential issues from economics to life. Don't miss out on the chance to learn from the experts and discover profitable opportunities.